Making a balance board is an easy, creative, and fun way to improve coordination, core stability, and agility.
All you need are some materials that can be found around the house such as plywood, wheels, bolts, and nuts.
The total cost of the materials should not exceed $30.
It’s also important to set up the board correctly by placing two equal-sized round objects onto the surface in a parallel or slightly crossed fashion with four caster wheels at each corner of the board.
Regular use of this homemade balance board can greatly improve one’s coordination—studies have shown it can increase your coordination by 15%!
Step 1: Gather Materials
Gather the necessary materials for making a balance board from household items.
You will need plywood (preferably craft wood or strong cardboard), two sand-filled bottles, screws/bolts/nuts, and caster wheels.
Gather all these items before starting the project.
Step 2: Prepare The Board
Cut the plywood into two equal pieces with a saw or any other cutting tool available.
Place one piece on top of the other so they form an X shape which will serve as the base for your balance board.
Secure both pieces together with screws or bolts in each corner of the board.
Step 3: Attach Caster Wheels
Attach four caster wheels at each corner of your balance board using screws or nuts and bolts.
Make sure that all four wheels are securely attached to each corner of your board for maximum stability when you use it later on.
Step 4: Place Sand-Filled Bottles On Top Of The Board
Place two sand-filled bottles onto your balance board in a parallel or slightly crossed fashion depending on how you prefer it to look when finished.
Make sure that both bottles are equally spaced apart from one another so that you have enough room to move around each bottle without feeling restricted when you do exercises on it later on.
Secure them in place with more screws or bolts if necessary for extra stability when used over time.
Step 5: Use Your Balance Board
Now that you have finished assembling your homemade balance board, it’s time to start using it!
Start by standing on both feet firmly planted on either side of either bottle and try shifting your weight back and forth between them while maintaining perfect balance at all times.
This is great for improving coordination, core stability, and agility – all essential skills needed for athletes looking to take their game to another level!
Conclusion:
A balance board is a fun way to get better at coordination and core stability.
You can make one at home with things like plywood, sand-filled bottles, caster wheels, and screws/bolts/nuts.
It will cost no more than $30 in total!
It’s an amazing DIY project that helps athletes gain agility, coordination, and overall stability.
Studies have shown that regular use can increase one’s coordination by 15%.
So why not get started today? Try making a homemade balance board today! It might just be what takes your training routine up a notch!
I’m John Peterson, a passionate skater, blogger, and lifelong enthusiast. I’ve been skating for over 9 years and have gone on to write a blog dedicated to the sport of skating and its culture. Through my blog, I strive to share my knowledge and experience of the sport with all who are interested. From beginner tips, tricks, and equipment reviews to interviews and event coverage, I cover it all. So read my blog as I explore the wonderful world of skating!